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Fresh Grilled Peach Salad with Goat Cheese

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A quick and easy summer salad featuring smoky grilled peaches, peppery arugula, and creamy goat cheese, perfect for light lunches or backyard dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe but firm peaches, halved and pitted
  • 4 cups fresh arugula, washed and dried
  • 4 ounces soft goat cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup toasted nuts (sliced almonds or chopped pecans, optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the peaches. Cut each peach in half and remove the pit. Brush the cut sides lightly with olive oil and a tiny drizzle of honey or maple syrup if desired.
  2. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat until hot enough to sizzle a drop of water, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Place peaches cut side down on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes until grill marks appear and the fruit softens slightly but isn’t mushy. Flip and grill for an additional 2 minutes on the skin side just to warm through. Remove and let cool slightly.
  4. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the arugula and dressing, tossing gently to coat without bruising the leaves.
  6. Arrange the grilled peaches on top of the dressed arugula. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and toasted nuts over the salad. Add a final drizzle of olive oil and a crack of fresh black pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, preheat the grill properly to get good caramelization on the peaches. Brush peaches lightly with oil to avoid flare-ups. Crumble goat cheese just before serving to keep it fresh and creamy. Toss arugula with dressing right before plating to prevent wilting. Toast nuts for added crunch and flavor. Store grilled peaches separately from greens and cheese to avoid sogginess.

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